Kamov Ka-50 Black Shark

The Ka-50 Chernaya Akula ('Black Shark') is a single-seat combat helicopter; it is equipped with a 30 mm gun and antitank missiles with laser guidance. The maximum weight of consumable combat load is 1811 kg. The Ka-50 is the first usable helicopter in the world to be equipped with an ejection system for the pilot.

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Kamov Ka-50 Black Shark

The Ka-50 Chernaya Akula ('Black Shark') is a single-seat combat helicopter; it is equipped with a 30 mm gun and antitank missiles with laser guidance. The maximum weight of consumable combat load is 1811 kg. The Ka-50 is the first usable helicopter in the world to be equipped with an ejection system for the pilot.